What to Expect and FAQs
WHAT IS MASTERTECH EXPO?
MasterTech Expo is a collaborative community event focused on professional-grade learning from leaders in their respective disciplines. It's where automotive aftermarket professionals involved in interiors, fabrication, audio and automation come to learn. The event is March 5 - 8, 2023 in Mesa, AZ at the Mesa Convention Center.
What's on the agenda at MasterTech Expo?
MasterTech Expo activities actually begin the night before with the main event kickoff (Sunday March 5, 2023) with a welcome reception to allow attendees to meet and socialize with one another. The main event starting Monday March 6, 2023 incorporates a variety of topics in the two days of educational workshops, plus a exhibitor area with companies that are involved in all facets of aftermarket automotive and automation, all of which are related to interiors, audio, electronics, production of fabricated parts and much more. There is an exciting build off contest during MasterTech Expo that pairs some of the best interior, audio and fabricators in team settings to compete against one another. Finally, on the last day (Wednesday March 8, 2023) there is a closing keynote presentation, build off awards and hours of exhibitor-specific training available throughout the day.
It's a full three days of automotive aftermarket collaboration and community, along with some fantastic surprises that you'll only get at this groundbreaking event. You can't miss this exceptional opportunity to learn, collaborate and connect with like-minded professionals in the automotive aftermarket customization space.
It's a full three days of automotive aftermarket collaboration and community, along with some fantastic surprises that you'll only get at this groundbreaking event. You can't miss this exceptional opportunity to learn, collaborate and connect with like-minded professionals in the automotive aftermarket customization space.
Who attends MasterTech Expo?
Attendees at MasterTech Expo are an engaged audience with diverse, yet common automotive customization interests – thus the community aspect. You’ll meet and network with interesting people.
What does attendee registration cost and what’s included?
Attendee registration for MasterTech Expo is $849 USD. In addition to the full-access of the training workshops and elective courses, the exhibitor floor, build off event, clean wire and light off contests and plaza demo vehicles, attendees receive a personalized show badge/ID, lanyard, exclusive event bag with plenty of free swag, a printed event guide, coffee/tea/pastries each morning, lunches included on all three training days (March 6 - 8, 2023), dinners on the plaza (March 6 & 7, 2023) and a kick off welcome reception and concert on Sunday night (March 5, 2023) in the adjacent Mesa Amphitheater.
WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
There are several partner hotels with favorable rates that are in relatively close proximity to the event. Check the hotel choices here – they book up fast! If you are staying at one of the hotels off site, don’t worry about transportation to/from the event. MasterTech Expo is offering a shuttle bus service in between the hotels and the Mesa Convention Center several times each morning and evening so that you can easily travel from your hotel to the event without need to rent a car.
When should I arrive?
Arrive on Sunday March 5, 2023, preferably by mid-day. Allow enough time to get to your selected hotel and check in. Be sure to join for the Welcome Cocktail Reception and Concert to meet & greet community members and exhibitors on Sunday evening (6:00pm-9:00pm) at the adjacent Mesa Amphitheater.
How do I get to the Mesa Convention Center?
If flying into either of the Phoenix-area airports, the fastest way to get there is grab a taxi or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) or rent a car. Alternatively, travelers to Phoenix Sky Harbor airport can use the airport tram to link up with the Washington Street Metro Rail station and ride east out to the downtown Mesa area (about a 1 hour trip overall). The Metro Rail drops off on Main St. about 2 blocks from the hotel. Of course if you’re driving, simply Google “Mesa Convention Center” and you’ll get easy driving directions from wherever your trip originates.
Mesa Convention Center Address:
263 N Center Street
Mesa, AZ 85201
(Buildings A,B, and C - plus Outdoor Plaza)
Mesa Convention Center Address:
263 N Center Street
Mesa, AZ 85201
(Buildings A,B, and C - plus Outdoor Plaza)
How many educational workshops are offered?
The educational program at MasterTech Expo is separated out into three (3) distinct workshop tracks that allow each attendee to best choose for their career needs and goals, then adds elective course blocks of your choice to round out your learning interests.
Each attendee selects one (1) workshop track and attends that on one of your training days (March 6 or 7, 2023). On the other training day, you’ll attend two elective blocks that can be any mix of your choosing. For example, you may choose Modern Tech as your workshop track for the main training focus, then select Business 1 & 2 as one elective block, then Stitching/Sewing 1&2 for the other elective block. The broad range of choices gives each attendee a personalized approach to their learning objectives.
On the final afternoon followed by lunch (March 8, 2023) everyone will join together in the main hall for a final debrief, closing keynotes and build off, clean wire challenge and light off contest awards. Don’t miss this year’s special celebrity automotive icon guest who will be presenting during the closing ceremonies.
With the increased training space, most exhibitors are offering their own brand-specific training on Monday and Tuesday evening (March 6 and 7, 2023), as well as two sessions for Wednesday morning (March 8, 2023). Check the schedule on this website for details of those vendor partner (VP) training sessions and eligibility to attend. You will not want to miss one second of these exciting educational and vendor partner workshops!
Each attendee selects one (1) workshop track and attends that on one of your training days (March 6 or 7, 2023). On the other training day, you’ll attend two elective blocks that can be any mix of your choosing. For example, you may choose Modern Tech as your workshop track for the main training focus, then select Business 1 & 2 as one elective block, then Stitching/Sewing 1&2 for the other elective block. The broad range of choices gives each attendee a personalized approach to their learning objectives.
On the final afternoon followed by lunch (March 8, 2023) everyone will join together in the main hall for a final debrief, closing keynotes and build off, clean wire challenge and light off contest awards. Don’t miss this year’s special celebrity automotive icon guest who will be presenting during the closing ceremonies.
With the increased training space, most exhibitors are offering their own brand-specific training on Monday and Tuesday evening (March 6 and 7, 2023), as well as two sessions for Wednesday morning (March 8, 2023). Check the schedule on this website for details of those vendor partner (VP) training sessions and eligibility to attend. You will not want to miss one second of these exciting educational and vendor partner workshops!
Is photography and/or video allowed during the MasterTech Expo event?
At the MasterTech Expo event, personal photographs and videos in the exhibit area are permitted with the exhibitor's permission only. Photography and video is expressly forbidden during workshop sessions. No commercial photography or videos are allowed in the exhibit hall or build off area without the express written consent of MasterTech Expo event management.
WHAT ABOUT MEALS AND SNACKS DURING THE EVENT?
A light breakfast and full is provided all three of the event days (March 6 - 8, 2023). Dinners on the Outdoor Plaza are provided two nights (March 6 and 7). Of course the Welcome Cocktail Reception and Concert Sunday Night (March 5, 2023) will feature hot and cold hors d'oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages. This is all included with your MasterTech Expo registration fees! An optional cash bar also accepting credit/debit cards is available during the Welcome Reception at your own choosing.
During MasterTech Expo, there are food and beverage concessions available in the main hall separate of lunch service times while the exhibit hall is open and build off is going on (4:00pm-7:30pm). After the day’s events and if you want to sample the local fare, there are excellent local dinner spots and brew pubs to check out, all within a short walk of the Delta hotel/Mesa convention center.
Many of the MasterTech Expo partner hotels also have restaurants, coffee and bars to enjoy during your time at the hotel.
During MasterTech Expo, there are food and beverage concessions available in the main hall separate of lunch service times while the exhibit hall is open and build off is going on (4:00pm-7:30pm). After the day’s events and if you want to sample the local fare, there are excellent local dinner spots and brew pubs to check out, all within a short walk of the Delta hotel/Mesa convention center.
Many of the MasterTech Expo partner hotels also have restaurants, coffee and bars to enjoy during your time at the hotel.
When should I plan to depart?
The MasterTech Expo event ends at roughly 3:00pm on Wednesday March 8, 2023. Some exhibitors will offer their own brand-specific training on March 8, 2023 from 8:30am - 12:30pm. Based on that, a mid-day to evening departure may be best suited for your planning if you're leaving on that day. Consider staying a few extra days to enjoy the great weather and activities the Phoenix area has to offer.
Check back on this website for details of those exhibitor-specific training sessions and eligibility to attend.
Check back on this website for details of those exhibitor-specific training sessions and eligibility to attend.
What’s the weather like in March?
Phoenix-area has VERY favorable weather in March, typically in the mid-70s (21-25°C for our international friends). Nothing more than a light jacket would be needed at night, if that. Most people find shorts and t-shirt or golf shirts to be comfortable attire in March while in the Phoenix area.
What else is there to do in the Phoenix area?
Spring training baseball (Cactus League) occurs in March if people wish to come in early/stay afterward for a vacation. If you like to golf, Phoenix, Mesa and Scottsdale have an abundance of championship-grade golf courses. Top Golf has locations in Gilbert and Scottsdale. Certainly if you are an outdoor person, Phoenix has numerous hiking trails to explore. Other highlights are the Phoenix Zoo, Desert Botanical Garden and several waterparks (Great Wolf Lodge, Big Surf and AZ Grand Oasis). If you venture further north, check out Sedona and the red rock canyons.
If I'm flying in, what are the major airports?
Main Airport: Phoenix Sky Harbor (airport code PHX) – 11.6 miles to event site
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Secondary Airport: Mesa Gateway Airport (airport code AZA) – 21.1 miles to event site
- Allegiant Air
- WestJet
- Swoop
- Avelo Airlines
- Sun Country Airlines
If I require parking during the event, what are my options?
If you rent a car while in town or if you’re driving in, the Delta Hotel offers hotel guests complimentary parking. The Mesa Convention Center also has complimentary parking for all MasterTech Expo attendees.
